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Throne in the Dark
Villains & Virtues · Book 1
Damien, a demon's son with plans for world domination, becomes magically bound to Amma, a cheerful thief. She complicates his quest and starts awakening feelings that have little place in his chosen villainous future.
From the publisher’s blurb
“And worse yet, she then proves herself the source of something even more sinister: feelings.”Read the full description at Publisher description, Sourcebooks Casablanca
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What makes it funny?
Damien announces the completion of his life's work, and the narration promptly reminds us that he is twenty-seven. His ambitions receive far more reverence from him than from the account of his adventures.
The comedy at work
Grandiose villain speech keeps running into casual dialogue and petty frustrations. Affection is another indignity for a would-be destroyer: Amma's influence threatens the ruthless identity Damien has worked so hard to present.
Try this if…
Patient romantic development and jokes about familiar fantasy roles are central. Readers who enjoy watching enemies become attached while their preferred versions of themselves fall apart may find the extended journey appealing.
Good to know
Abduction, blood magic and casual murder accompany the jokes. The romance develops slowly, and some reviewers found the journey meandering before the main trilogy continues.
Keep reading
More in Villains & Virtues
The series continues with 2 more books on our shelf.
Book 2Summoned to the Wilds
Book 3Eclipse of the Crown
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A few distinguishing details
- A villain inconvenienced by affection
- A cheerful thief magically bound to a demon's son
More funny romantasy
Sources & further reading
- Throne in the Dark (Deluxe Edition) | Sourcebooks
Publisher
- Publishers Weekly exact-book review
Review
- Sourcebooks paperback edition
Publisher
- Fantastic Fiction exact-work bibliography
Book information
- Author series page
Author commentary
- Fantasy-Faction SPFBO X team review
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